“Charming getaway”

We stayed at Hawthorn Farm Cottage for a week. The setting is serene and tranquil.
The cottage has been lovingly restored with many history touches left intact or featured. The owner's love the history of the area is evident in the decorative touches.
The furnishings are comfortable and in excellent condition.
The kitchen is well equipped with excellent appliances and every utensil needed to cook any meal.
The beds were extremely comfortable. The bed linens were of excellent quality with extra high quality pillows for each bed.
The bathroom was very well fitted with both a separate shower and a bathtub.
The surroundings are beautiful with a great woodland walk well marked out.
The hosts were friendly and very helpful. They were always available if needed, but not obtrusive.
We would stay here again if we were visiting the area.

Ms BuddSeptember 2016

“Hawthorn Farm Cottage exceeded ...”

Hawthorn Farm Cottage exceeded every one of our expectations on our recent holiday.
The cottage has been thoughtfully renovated with great care and sensitivity to the history of the home. There are many examples of the owners' love the surrounding area displayed throughout the cottage.
The furnishings, appliances and room décor were all top notch. The beds were the most comfortable of any we have experienced in our multiple trips to Ireland. The bed linens were of the finest quality too.
The surroundings are tranquil. We loved being able to feed the sheep.
The owners were attentive and always available, but not intrusive.

Mr MiltonSeptember 2016

“The warm welcome extended by John ...”

The warm welcome extended by John an Family

Mouette17570May 2016

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“Yeats woukd have been content here!”

Yeats found Inisfree we found Hawthorne Cottage!!! While we recognise "liking" is matter of taste, this tranquil jewel in the South of County Sligo is where for us, "Peace comes dropping slow."
Add to this the hospitality, sociability, knowledge and friendliness of John, Maria and Cho and you have a formidable mix of peace, contentment and reassuring local knowledge. While it is deep in the countryside the cottage is not remote. Five minutes in the car sees you into the local village with a shop, pub, food etc. and ten minutes to the bigger towns of either Charlestown or Tubbercurry.
The cottage itself is a converted, single level traditional West of Ireland cottage that has been restored to a practical and comfortable standard. John has built in many of his own creative features to make this a gem of comfort and tranquillity.
We will definitely be back!

TeriMelbourneMay 2016

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“An idyllic country escape”

The owners, Maria and John have sympathetically restored their original family homestead to proved this idyllic farm holiday cottage. They have retained some of the original features and added some beautifully crafted wood touches which together with all the modern amenities and tasteful decor provide a comfortable and charming home.
The cottage is set on a working organic farm. It is surrounded by a very pretty cottage garden which has an adjoining private woodland. The owners are warm and informative and welcome visitors to their farm. We were delighted to see their menagerie, which included some newly hatched ducklings and two very cute little puppies and to see their sheepdog at work rounding the sheep. I would highly recommend Hawthorn Cottage as a perfect base for those exploring the historical sites and rugged countryside of Sligo and nearby Mayo.

Mrs RowsellMay 2016

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We particularly enjoyed the tranquillity and peace in a beautiful rural setting,located at a working organic farm.
A typical old Irish farmhouse which has been adapted to modern living to very high specifications.

Mrs Farrell-potterApril 2016

“This cottage is a hidden gem. It is ...”

This cottage is a hidden gem. It is down a farm lane about 500 yards from the farmhouse, surrounded by managed woods which we were able to walk through unhindered. The owner of the cottage is a hive of knowledge regarding trees, wild plants etc. This cottage is the ideal base to visit Mayo, Roscommon and Sligo. We have already decided that we will return again very soon. This cottage is well worth a visit. A really great place.

Features

The property

This cosy detached cottage is situated in the grounds of the owners’ sheep farm near the village of Curry in County Sligo.

Surrounded by peaceful countryside and with a private forest on your doorstep, this lovely cottage is the ideal choice for a relaxing break away from the stress and fast pace of everyday life.

All on the ground floor, this traditional country cottage which was originally built in 1850, has been lovingly restored and has a spacious open plan living area comprising a well-equipped kitchen with dining area and a sitting area, as well as two comfortable bedrooms.

To complete the accommodation there is also a family bathroom.

The owners are keen organic farmers with friendly sheep in the neighbouring fields; you can even pick your own blackcurrants, blackberries and wild strawberries!

Relax in the garden with a refreshing drink or barbecue whilst planning the next day’s activities.

The village of Curry provides an excellent touring base with many of County Sligo and County Mayo’s finest attractions within easy reach including sandy beaches at Enniscrone and Strandhill as well as the Museum of County Life near Castlebar.

Alternatively, walk on Queen Maeve’s Trail which takes you to the summit of Knocknarea with breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean.

Why not spend a day with the kids at Lough Key Forest and Activity Park near Boyle or try a spot of horse riding at Banada?

Sligo town is only half an hour away and offers shops, pubs, traditional music and delicious eateries.

Afternoons can be enjoyed browsing the Niland Art Gallery or standing at the foot of Glencar Waterfall.

Whatever the weather and whatever your age, you will be sure to have a fantastic time at this delightful country cottage in County Sligo.

Accommodation

All ground floor. Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x family room with 2 doubles. Bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area (seats 4), and sitting area (seats 5).

About the location

CURRY, COUNTY SLIGO

Enniscrone 20 miles; Sligo 23 miles;

The small, rural village of Curry is situated in south County Sligo close to the borders of County Mayo. Home to a local shop, pub and restaurant, Curry (meaning “marsh/rough land”) is a wonderful base for visitors coming to this region with wonderful attractions in all directions. Traditional Irish music can be enjoyed close by in the local pubs in Tubbercurry and Charlestown. Just a short drive from Knock Airport and half an hour’s drive from Sligo, Curry is surrounded by lush farmlands, alongside boglands with their unique flora and fauna; both offer wonderful walking and cycling opportunities. Why not explore the sandy beaches at Strandhill, Enniscrone and Rosses Point? There is something for everyone nearby including horse riding in Banada village, an impressive Birds of Prey sanctuary, and even an underground mining experience at Arigna! A fantastic choice for your Sligo and Mayo adventures.